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Sports
7 disc golf courses in the Midlands
Learn how and where to play disc golf in the Capital City.
February 18, 2026 01:41 PM
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David Stringer
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Events
Where to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July in Columbia, SC
Check out these local events to see fireworks and celebrate Independence Day in and around the Soda City.
June 28, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Outdoors
Best places to work outside in Columbia
When the sun is shining and the weather is perfect, pack a bag and head out to one of the many spots great for remote work in Columbia. From coffee shops to public parks, we have a plethora of places to refresh your mind and step away from your home desk.
June 26, 2023
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Ben McBee
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Travel and Outdoors
89 gopher frogs released
Learn more about the efforts to help the state-endangered gopher frog.
June 16, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Weather
Summer 2023 weather forecast for Columbia, SC
See what’s in store for Columbia weather over the summer months in the Midlands of South Carolina.
May 25, 2023
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David Stringer
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Travel and Outdoors
Plan your next trip with nonstop flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport
Pack your bags for a trip to one of these popular nonstop destinations. Plus, keep an eye out for new routes.
May 10, 2023
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Anne Weber
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Meet John Sherrer, Director of Preservation for Historic Columbia
Also an Experience Columbia SC Ambassador, John knows a lot about our city — past and present.
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Travel and Outdoors
Fresh air and scenic rides, biking in the Midlands
Pump up your tires and explore the Midlands of South Carolina and nature through these bike trails.
May 4, 2023
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David Stringer
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Travel and Outdoors
Become an expert on native flowers
Keep local love growing this fall with local plants.
April 18, 2023
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Dayten Rose
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Travel and Outdoors
How to plan an event in a national park
From getting a permit to catering, we’ve got the details on how to plan a wedding, family reunion, or special occasion in a national park.
March 31, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Your how-to guide for tubing down the river in Columbia
If you’re planning a tubing trip with friends or family, this guide is for you and highlights everything you need to know about tubing down the river in Columbia
June 19, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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City
Your guide to beekeeping in the Midlands
What’s even sweeter than honey? Producing your own. Here’s everything you need to know about beekeeping in the Midlands.
June 18, 2025
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Lake Murray Independence Day celebration returns with fireworks and festivities
Celebrate Independence Day early with SC’s biggest fireworks show — best viewed by boat or from Dreher Island State Park.
June 17, 2025
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Festivals
Columbia’s guide to commemorate Juneteenth and the SC Juneteenth Freedom Festival
Every year, Columbia hosts the SC Juneteenth Freedom Festival (SCJFF) and we’re breaking down how you can get involved around town.
June 16, 2025
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David Stringer
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5 places to fish around Columbia, including rivers, lakes, and shorelines
Rivers, lakes + streams, oh my. The Midlands has some pretty great freshwater fishing spots and is only about an hour from saltwater. Reference this guide before you fish around Columbia.
June 13, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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Small Business
Your guide to summer reading in Columbia
Local recommendations, library challenges, and book clubs to keep your reading list hot this summer
June 10, 2025
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Samantha Robertson
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History
Deconstruction begins at historic 900 Main St.
Deconstruction is underway on the historic 900 Main St. building, preserving materials, memories, and a mural.
June 9, 2025
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David Stringer
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City
How much does it cost to rent in Columbia, SC?
Curious about rent in Columbia? We broke down how local prices compare to national averages and trends.
June 5, 2025
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David Stringer
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History
5 objects in town that are older than Columbia
Although 239 years might seem like a long time, it is relatively young for a city, so let’s take a look at some objects you can see in Columbia that are older than the Capital City.
June 3, 2025
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David Stringer
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Small Business
What South Carolina’s new liquor liability law means for local businesses
SC small businesses are facing closures due to rising liquor liability insurance premiums. A new law hopes to address that.
May 29, 2025
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David Stringer